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Creative tools

Graphite

Alpha · active rebuild

A procedural vector editor combining nondestructive layers with node-based design.

WebLocalApache-2.0Open source
Procedural vector graphics and generative designExperimental rebuild

Alpha. Raster tools, collaboration and broader creative-suite ambitions should not be treated as delivered parity.

Sources, activity & license scope

Current capabilities focus on procedural vector editing.

Repository activity may include documentation or automation; it is a weaker signal than a release.

Reviewed Oct 14, 2026 · Commons editorial research

Independent curated reference · discuss it here; contribute upstream.

Creative tools

PhotoCraft

Alpha · active rebuild

A Rust rebuild of familiar layered photo-editing workflows, with masks, adjustments and PSD support.

Windows / macOS / Linux / WebLocal / Self-hostedMIT OR Apache-2.0Open source
Layered photo editing, masks and PSD experimentationExperimental rebuild

Early alpha. Maintainers say it is not ready for daily professional Photoshop work. Gaps include AI, missing tools, typography depth and plugin compatibility.

Sources, activity & license scope

Code is dual-licensed; assets have their own licenses.

Reviewed Oct 14, 2026 · Commons editorial research

Independent curated reference · discuss it here; contribute upstream.